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If you want to enter your Pygmy Goat in a show, but have no idea how to groom it to reach the highest standard, read this article!

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Steps

  1. Groom Pygmy Goats for Showing Step 1
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    To see how it's done, visit a show yourself.
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  2. Groom Pygmy Goats for Showing Step 2
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    Make sure your goat does not have mouth defects or teat faults, and reaches the height limit.
  3. Groom Pygmy Goats for Showing Step 3
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    Teach your goat to stand and walk quietly on a lead. Lift it by the front with your hand so its feet are off the ground, then let it down. The feet should be well apart. Now run your hand down it's back until you reach it's hips, press down slightly and rock your hand back and forth. It should move its hind legs also.
  4. Groom Pygmy Goats for Showing Step 4
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    Try to open your goat's mouth wide while holding the lead, so judges can inspect the bite.
  5. Groom Pygmy Goats for Showing Step 5
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    Get other people to run their hands along its back so it won't be wary around the judges.
  6. Groom Pygmy Goats for Showing Step 6
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    Brush your goat's hair two or so weeks before the show every day.
  7. Groom Pygmy Goats for Showing Step 7
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    Two days before the show, trim your goat's hooves. It is also a good idea to bathe it. Ask your local vet what shampoo is right for you.
  8. Groom Pygmy Goats for Showing Step 8
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    On the day of the show, rub your goat's horns with some hoof oil, though Vaseline works just as well.
  9. Groom Pygmy Goats for Showing Step 9
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    Remember when at the show to talk to it and pet it to reassure it, as it may feel scared.
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Tips

  • Always wash your goat the day before the show, or if possible, the day. It will be as fresh as possible.

Warnings

  • Always make sure you rinse the shampoo out of your goats hair. Failing to do so results in itchiness.

Things You'll Need

  • A pet lead and collar
  • Pet brush
  • Pet shampoo
  • Vaseline or Hoof Oil
  • A towel
  • Hoof trimmers

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